Fitness and Sports Instructor - Jobs in Esquimalt, BC

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WHO WE ARECFMWS. A job with purpose. Our 4000+ person strong organization champions a healthy, fun, creative and active lifestyle for Canadian Armed Forces members, Veterans and their families. Help us deliver a variety of recreation and fitness programs, offer family support, organize charity events and make sure our members access retail, travel and banking discounts and customized financial services. At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we love what we do. And we live it too.THE ROLEWhere fitness matters!Supporting and working alongside the members of the Canadian Armed Forces and actively preparing them to defend and serve our country could be your path to an extremely fulfilling career.As part of a dynamic and dedicated team, as a Fitness and Sports Instructor, you will have the opportunity to lead Fitness, Sports and Aquatics programs for a very highly motivated and professional clientele. Daily, you will develop, deliver and assess Tactical programs based on established employment standards to ensure the members of the Canadian Armed Forces can safely and effectively perform their duties in operations.Much like the military we so proudly support, we push the envelope of what’s possible. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to deliver programs and services that are grounded in cutting edge scientific research and supported by state-of-the-art technology.QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and LicensesCollege diploma or certificate in Physical Education, Exercise Physiology, Exercise Sciences, or a related field AND several years of experience in physical fitness evaluation and prescription or a related fieldCurrent CPR and Basic First Aid qualificationsCurrent National Lifeguard Service (NLS) CertificateExperienceIn preparing and conducting physical fitness training sessionsIn instructing health and physical fitness training modulesIn applying policies, procedures, and regulationsIn evaluating physical fitnessIn aquatics such as lifeguarding or swim instructionIn officiating at least three sports such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, racquet sports, and hockeyIn coaching sportsCompetencies, Skills and AbilitiesClient focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadershipLANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSEnglish Essential / Bilingual an assetReading: NoneWriting: NoneOral: FunctionalBENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Drug coverage, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.Work Life Balance: A wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.Retirement Planning: A Group Savings Plans.Learning and Development: Tuition Assistance Program and Advanced Learning Program, payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities and second language training.Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.OTHER INFORMATIONPerform moderate lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. more than 10 lbs/4.5 kg but less than 50 lbs/23 kg)Successful completion of the Personnel Support Programs (PSP) Fitness & Sports Level 1 & 2 Courses by the end of probationThose who do not possess their National Lifeguard Service (NLS) Certificate, are encourage to still apply but will be required to acquire the certification at their own expense within a set period of time.Guaranteed full time 40 hours per week Monday to Friday, with only an occasional evening or weekend required.No membership sales required.START DATEContract Start Date: As soon as possible and Contract End Date: 28 May 2023INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATIONCFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. Accommodations are available to all candidates identifying a need during all or any parts of the selection process.Job Reference: CFMWS05506Quick Apply

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